San Marino postage Stamp year 1890 5 Cent Orange

San Marino postage Stamp year 1890 5 Cent Orange MNG

San Marino, one of the world’s oldest republics, began issuing its own postage stamps in the late 19th century. Here’s an overview of San Marino’s postage stamps between 1877 and 1890:

🕰️ Historical Context

• San Marino gained postal independence from Italy in the 19th century.
• It issued its first postage stamps in 1877, establishing its own postal identity.

📬 San Marino Stamps: 1877–1890

1877 – First Issue

• Date Issued: 1 August 1877
• Design: Coat of arms of San Marino (three towers on three peaks, with a crown above)
• Printer: Officina Carte Valori, Turin (Italy)
• Denominations (values):
  • 2 centesimi (green)
  • 5 c (yellow)
  • 10 c (pink)
  • 20 c (blue)
  • 25 c (brown)
  • 30 c (orange)
  • 40 c (red)
  • 60 c (violet)

These stamps were imperforate and printed using typography.

1877–1889 – Continued Use and Reprints

• The 1877 series was used for over a decade.
• Reprints and variations occurred, with slight changes in shades and papers.
• These stamps are now considered classic era San Marino stamps and are collectible, particularly mint or well-cancelled versions.

1890 – New Designs

• A new issue was released in 1890, marking a departure from the original 1877 designs.
• Design: Still based on the coat of arms, but with different artistic treatment and more elaborate borders.
• These new stamps were perforated, reflecting evolving printing technologies.
• These are referred to as the “Second definitive issue.”

📚 Reference Catalogs

To find precise catalog numbers, values, and print details, refer to:

• Stanley Gibbons Catalogue
• Scott Catalogue
• Yvert et Tellier
• Michel